Multi-purpose shoulder strap

ABSTRACT

The present invention is a multi-purpose shoulder strap utilized by a user with a shoulder that includes a base strap with two ends and a pair of hook-shaped clasps disposed on the ends of the base strap to removably attach the multi-purpose shoulder strap to a containing device to convert the containing device into a carryall, wherein the user carries the containing device over the user&#39;s shoulder. The pair of hook-shaped clasps each includes a hook portion and a spring-loaded prong portion that is disposed in front of the hook portion and the containing device can be a purse.

TECHNICAL FIELD & BACKGROUND

Many women carry pocketbooks to hold their wallets and other items. When a purse is fully loaded with miscellaneous objects, it can become too heavy to hold applying stress to a person's back and shoulders.

The present invention generally relates to a shoulder strap. More specifically, the invention is a multi-purpose shoulder strap.

It is an object of the invention to provide a multi-purpose shoulder strap that can be made of woven cloth, leather or chain material with a fastener on each end of the multi-purpose shoulder strap.

It is an object of the invention to provide a multi-purpose shoulder strap that can convert a purse or other suitable containing device into a carryall.

It is an object of the invention to provide a multi-purpose shoulder strap that is adjustable to accommodate a wide variety of suitable containing devices and user sizes.

What is really needed is a multi-purpose shoulder strap that can be made of woven cloth, leather or chain material with a fastener on each end of the multi-purpose shoulder strap that can convert a purse or other suitable containing device into a carryall that is adjustable to accommodate a wide variety of suitable containing devices and user sizes.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The present invention will be described by way of exemplary embodiments, but not limitations, illustrated in the accompanying drawings in which like references denote similar elements, and in which:

FIG. 1 illustrates a front view of a multi-purpose shoulder strap, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF ILLUSTRATIVE EMBODIMENTS

Various aspects of the illustrative embodiments will be described using terms commonly employed by those skilled in the art to convey the substance of their work to others skilled in the art. However, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention may be practiced with only some of the described aspects. For purposes of explanation, specific numbers, materials and configurations are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the illustrative embodiments. However, it will be apparent to one skilled in the art that the present invention may be practiced without the specific details. In other instances, well-known features are omitted or simplified in order not to obscure the illustrative embodiments.

Various operations will be described as multiple discrete operations, in turn, in a manner that is most helpful in understanding the present invention. However, the order of description should not be construed as to imply that these operations are necessarily order dependent. In particular, these operations need not be performed in the order of presentation.

The phrase “in one embodiment” is utilized repeatedly. The phrase generally does not refer to the same embodiment, however, it may. The terms “comprising”, “having” and “including” are synonymous, unless the context dictates otherwise.

FIG. 1 illustrates a front view of a multi-purpose shoulder strap 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

The multi-purpose shoulder strap 100 includes a base strap 110 and a fastener 120. The base strap 110 has two ends 112 and can be made of woven cloth, leather, chain or other suitable material. The base strap 110 is designed to be attached to a containing device 114 such as a purse 116 and convert the containing device 114 into a carryall (not shown) that is adjustable to accommodate a wide variety of suitable containing devices and user sizes. The base strap 110 is approximately in the range of 3 to 4 feet in length. The fastener 120 is typically a hook-shaped clasp 122 but can be any suitable fastener. The hook-shaped clasp 122 includes a hook portion 124 and a spring-loaded prong portion 126 that is disposed in front of the hook portion 124. The fastener 120 is disposed on each end 112 of the base strap 110 to removably attach the multi-purpose shoulder strap 100 to any suitable containing device 114 typically utilizing one or more hooks or loops integral to the containing device so a user can carry the containing device over their shoulder in contrast to carry the containing device 114 by hand.

The multi-purpose shoulder strap relatively quickly and easily converts a handbag into a carryall. The multi-purpose shoulder strap may be made of woven cloth, leather or chains with a clasp on each end to provide hands-free usage of a bag. Measuring approximately in the range of 3 to 4 feet in length, the strap may be adjusted to the height and size that best suits a user. The multi-purpose shoulder strap may be readily available for purchase at stores where accessories are sold. The multi-purpose shoulder strap features a band with a clasp on each end to fasten to the hooks or loops of a wide range of purses. The multi-purpose shoulder strap is designed to be available in a variety of colors and fabrics as well.

While the present invention has been related in terms of the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art will recognize that the invention is not limited to the embodiments described. The present invention can be practiced with modification and alteration within the spirit and scope of the appended claims. Thus, the description is to be regarded as illustrative instead of restrictive on the present invention. 

1. A multi-purpose shoulder strap utilized by a user with a shoulder, comprising: a base strap with two ends; and a pair of fasteners disposed on said ends of said base strap, wherein each fastener is defined as a band with a clasp.
 2. The multi-purpose shoulder strap according to claim 1, wherein said base strap is attached to a containing device to convert said containing device into a carryall.
 3. The multi-purpose shoulder strap according to claim 2, wherein said containing device is a purse.
 4. The multi-purpose shoulder strap according to claim 1, wherein each of said clasps is a hook-shaped clasp.
 5. The multi-purpose shoulder strap according to claim 4, wherein said pair of hook-shaped clasps each includes a hook portion and a spring-loaded prong portion that is disposed in front of said hook portion.
 6. The multi-purpose shoulder strap according to claim 1, wherein said pair of fasteners is disposed on said ends of said base strap to removably attach said multi-purpose shoulder strap to a containing device.
 7. The multi-purpose shoulder strap according to claim 1, wherein said user carries said containing device over said user' s shoulder.
 8. A multi-purpose shoulder strap utilized by a user with a shoulder, comprising: a base strap with two ends; and a pair of fasteners defined as a band with a hook-shaped clasp disposed on said ends of said base strap to removably attach said multi-purpose shoulder strap to a containing device.
 9. The multi-purpose shoulder strap according to claim 8, wherein said base strap is attached to said containing device to convert said containing device into a carryall.
 10. The multi-purpose shoulder strap according to claim 8, wherein said hook-shaped clasps each includes a hook portion and a spring-loaded prong portion that is disposed in front of said hook portion.
 11. The multi-purpose shoulder strap according to claim 8, wherein said user carries said containing device over said user's shoulder.
 12. The multi-purpose shoulder strap according to claim 8, wherein said base strap is made of woven cloth.
 13. The multi-purpose shoulder strap according to claim 8, wherein said base strap is made of leather.
 14. The multi-purpose shoulder strap according to claim 8, wherein said containing device is a purse.
 15. A multi-purpose shoulder strap utilized by a user with a shoulder, comprising: a base strap with two ends; and a pair of fasteners defined as a band with a hook-shaped clasp disposed on said ends of said base strap to removably attach said multi-purpose shoulder strap to a containing device to convert said containing device into a carryall, wherein said user carries said containing device over said user's shoulder.
 16. The multi-purpose shoulder strap according to claim 15, wherein said hook-shaped clasps each includes a hook portion and a spring-loaded prong portion that is disposed in front of said hook portion.
 17. The multi-purpose shoulder strap according to claim 15, wherein said base strap is made of woven cloth.
 18. The multi-purpose shoulder strap according to claim 15, wherein said base strap is made of leather or chain.
 19. The multi-purpose shoulder strap according to claim 15, wherein said base strap is approximately in the range of 3 to 4 feet in length.
 20. The multi-purpose shoulder strap according to claim 15, wherein said containing device is a purse. 